Superstar Rajinikanth has posted his heartfelt condolence message on the untimely death of legendary comedy actor Vivek. He has written in Tamil "I am deeply saddened by the demise of Chinna Kalaivanar, social activist and my dear friend Vivek. I can never forget the days I spent with him during the shooting of 'Sivaji'. My heartfelt condolences to his bereaved family and pray for his soul to rest in peace".

Vivek after suffering a massive heart attack on April 16th was admitted to a private hospital in Chennai and was treated in the ICU with Echmo apparatus. However he passed away at 4.35 am this morning.

The doctors have stated that a had a 100% blockage in the LAD (left anterior descending artery) was the main cause of Vivek's death.

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— Rajinikanth (@rajinikanth) April 17, 2021